Princeton, NJ Preschools

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart offers a co-educational pre-school and junior kindergarten program focused on preparing children for the new basic skills required for a 21st Century Global Education. Our program incorporates activities and curriculum to help children develop in the areas of: critical thinking/problem solving; collaboration/leading by influence; agility and adaptability; initiative and entrepreneurialism; effective oral and written communication; assessing and analyzing information; curiosity and imagination. Stuart’s expert teachers average over 20 years of early childhood education experience and use the latest technology and educational tools to engage students in a wide variety of unique experiences. Curriculum includes daily outdoor play (even in the snow!), community service activities, and world language instruction.

Princeton Day School's mission is to nurture the mind, the body, and the
character of each student. Our coeducational, college-prepatory day school
offers students a creative and challenging academic experience within an
intimate, supportive learning environment. The classes are small and
instruction personalized, and the school itself creates a strong sense of
community. We enroll approximately 950 students from PreK through twelfth
grade, and are located on a 106-acre campus two miles from the center of
Princeton. Please contact us for information about our application process
and our strong need-based financial aid program. Opportunities of a
Lifetime. Every Day.

Waldorf School of Princeton, New Jersey’s only accredited Waldorf school, educates children from toddlerhood through eighth grade. Our highly structured curriculum integrates arts and sciences, encouraging students to become creative, balanced, socially responsible individuals who love to learn. Our time-tested approach corresponds to the stages of human development, focusing on not only what children learn, but how they learn. Our graduates emerge self-motivated, morally anchored, and ready to thrive not only in the most demanding high schools and colleges, but on whichever paths they choose. For more information, visit our website at www.princetonwaldorf.org or call 609-466-1970 x 115.

Open House October 21, 2017. Wednesday morning group tours, 8:45-10:00 a.m., starting September 13

For 130 years, St. Paul School has been setting a standard for a Catholic co -ed education in the Princeton area. We have built a reputation for providing a premier education in a faith-based environment. Graduates of St. Paul attend top private and public high schools. Their preparation is a result of a rigorous curriculum, proven-successful Pre-K thru 8 school model and seasoned faculty within a nurturing Catholic environment. St. Paul is more than a school, it’s a learning community that provides a comprehensive education grounded in foundational reading, math and writing skills and enhanced with the arts, language, music and computer technology. St. Paul's also offers a full-day kindergarten and an after-care program. Contact us for a tour and ask us about our tuition price. We provide a quality private school education - at an affordable price. www.spsprinceton.org

Princeton Montessori School was founded in 1968 and is an independent, coeducational day school dedicated to the highest quality education of children, from infancy through middle school, according to the values and principles set forth by Maria Montessori. The heart of Montessori philosophy is not only to educate, but to develop a quest for lifelong learning and develop curious, caring and capable individuals. A Princeton Montessori School education creates the building blocks for a healthy and happy whole person and provides the foundation for a purposeful, responsible, and fulfilling life. We nurture the potential and ignite a passion for learning within each child. Children from infancy through 4th grade enjoy year-round programs including Camp SummerQuest. Learn more about us. Tours are weekdays at 9 AM or other times by appointment.

Chapin School welcomes students who are curious, engaged learners whose families value our belief that lifelong habits of mind and heart are formed in the elementary and middle school years. Chapin provides a richly textured education that inspires academic achievement and builds strength of character. At Chapin, all of our efforts and resources are dedicated to early childhood, elementary and middle school learning experiences that are the foundation of future success. We believe this focused approach gives our students advantages by providing more leadership opportunities in developmentally appropriate ways, inspiring them to take academic risks, and develop their sense of community. The Chapin "C's" become an intrinsic part of each Chapin student through a continual focus on Character, Curriculum and Community.

The French American School & International Middle School is an independent school offering a bilingual education from Preschool (3yrs old) through 8th grade. Students, families, staff and teachers at FASP come from around the world, and is one of the most nationally, culturally, and linguistically diverse if not the most diverse school in the Princeton area. Learning in a bilingual environment is a valuable asset in a society where communication is essential. Being exposed to many cultures and learning to respect them is a formative experience for children in a world where cultures are more than ever in contact. Learn why bilingual education will set your child on the right path to thrive in tomorrow’s world.

Established in 1998, New Horizons Montessori has two campuses in the Princeton area. It is a member of the American Montessori Society. It utilizes the best practices of AMS in its daily classroom routines. Safety of the premises and emphasis on cleanliness is one of the key features of our environment. Our schools are located in lush green surroundings with beautiful play areas for all the children to enjoy. Our Montessori program has been enhanced with foreign languages like French and Spanish, art, science, music, and gym activities. Our goals for excellence are manifested in the quality of the staff and the educational materials we use for teaching the young minds.

YingHua International School (YHIS) is the only Chinese Immersion early learning (2yrs old) through 8th grade school in the Princeton area. YHIS is an International Baccalaureate World School (IB) and is accredited by the MSA-CESS. Students in YHIS become proficient in both English and Chinese in small classes, developing positive cross-cultural attitudes while reaching a high level of both personal and academic achievement. In addition, our young learners benefit cognitively, exhibiting greater nonverbal problem-solving abilities and more flexible thinking than their one-language peers. YHIS students are well-prepared for any high school they choose to attend. They are known to be inquisitive, confident, and self-motivated.

Blawenburg Village School (BVS) is a licensed, non-profit preschool for children ages 2 - 6 in the Montgomery, Princeton, Hopewell and surrounding area. BVS is rooted in the Christian faith and practice of the Blawenburg Reformed Church. Open to all faiths, the preschool seeks to nurture the social, developmental, emotional and spiritual lives of children. With our small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios, our qualified teachers and staff work diligently to meet each child's individual developmental needs. In addition to our half-day preschool/nursery school program, we offer afternoon enrichment, a tutoring program, Mom's Morning Out, parent/child classes, summer camps and a monthly Kids' Night Out. Schedule a tour online by visiting www.blawenburgvillageschool.com/schedule-a-tour.

University League Nursery School is a non-profit, non-sectarian, cooperative preschool situated in Princeton, NJ serving both university and community families. We are committed to providing an environment where children can enjoy happy, safe and zestful experiences that nurture their self-confidence and independence. Our blend of families from Princeton University and the local community makes for a vibrant, engaging environment for both children and adults. We began as a traditional morning cooperative nursery school, and as family needs have changed, we have added program options to help accommodate working parents.

ULNS is one of the few independent nursery schools in the Princeton area accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), a highly respected professional organization that promotes excellence in early childhood education nationwide.

As a cooperative nursery school celebrating more than fifty years of service to the broader Princeton community, Nassau Nursery School continues to be deeply committed to the nurturing of the whole child; to the emotional, physical, social and cognitive growth of each student, everyday.
Nassau Nursery embraces a love of learning and a curiosity of the world through both traditional cognitive learning approaches and interactive play. Through creative daily curriculum and extensive special program offerings (including yoga, music, art, interactive science, field trips and more), the school provides a uniquely inspiring and nurturing learning environment for young preschool through junior kindergarten aged children. Accepting applications for the 2013/2014 school year now!

Villa Victoria Academy is a private, Catholic school for girls. Accepting applications for girls in grades 5 to 12 for the 2017-2018 school year.

Since 1933, Villa has nurtured young women entrusted to its care into smart, strong, confident women. Through limited class enrollment and a focus on the specific learning style of young women, Villa strives to meet each student’s needs and to develop her God-given abilities. In the classroom, on the stage, in the laboratory or on the athletic field, each student grows as an individual while serving an important role in the Villa family. Villa graduates are known for their integrity, confidence, and unmatched character. They attend top colleges and universities and earn an average of $350,000 in scholarships per student. Villa girls contribute to the world with a strong sense of self and their place in a global society.Open Houses: Oct 21, 2017 and April 14, 2018 from 1-3pm